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Nonprofit organizations are facing mounting calls for greater action in response to societal issues, all while juggling international crises, increasing political partisanship, and other difficult trends to navigate.On today's episode of HPS Insights, HPS Partner Bryan DeAngelis sits down with fellow HPS Partner Stacy Kerr and Stephanie Walstrom, a senior director at HPS, to dig into the evolving dynamics of the nonprofit sector and how executives are striking a balance between responsiveness and avoiding 'crisis fatigue.' Stephanie draws from her experience in various nonprofit roles to discuss what defines successful advocacy for nonprofits and foundations and how that has changed in comparison to corporations. Stacy and Stephanie outline the growing list of marketing and communications challenges facing nonprofits and foundations, from building diverse coalitions to stakeholder management. Stephanie gives examples of how nonprofits can improve responsiveness while still remaining relevant and true to their core values when addressing expectations of responsibility in social services. The group also dives into the evolving role of nonprofits and how these companies exercise their influence without the same external presence as larger companies. You can find all of HPS' original podcast content on Apple Music or Spotify, and follow us on Twitter at @HPSInsight for more updates.

Microchips are used in everything from computers and phones to cars and smart home appliances. While COVID-related chip shortages have recently shown signs of easing, the supply squeeze has left lasting questions about the resilience of global supply chains, the yearslong shift of leading-edge manufacturing capabilities from the U.S. to East Asia, and what role industrial policy should play in beefing up U.S. production capacity. On today's episode of HPS Insights, Host Bryan DeAngelis sits down with Oliver Edelmann, a director at HPS, and Kushal Modi, an associate at HPS, to get their thoughts on semiconductor supply chains and congressional efforts to boost domestic chip production. Oliver and Kushal begin by outlining the current state of the industry, from increasing demand for chips to rising production costs and the complexity of global chip supply chains. The group then discusses the United States Innovation and Competition Act, which includes significant funding for domestic semiconductor production under the CHIPS Act, and the effects of U.S. sanctions on China's efforts to become a global leader in semiconductors.

In this week's Macrocast, guest Ed de Minckwitz, partner at Flint Global, joins the group for a discussion on the shakeup at Downing Street, today's jobs report, and more. Ed, Tony, Bryan, and Brendan break down former Prime Minister Boris Johnson's resignation this week and predict what lies ahead for UK politics. Plus, Bryan walks through the jobs data and finds good signs for a soft landing.Read more about Ed de Minckwitz and Flint Global here.Read HPS' Jobs Day fact sheet here.

On this episode of HPS Insights, Jason Kander, former Missouri Secretary of State and current President of National Expansion at Veterans Community Project, joins HPS Senior Director Rebecca Buck to discuss his new book, "Invisible Storm: A Soldier's Memoir of Politics and PTSD." The two talk about Jason's thoughts on and experiences with mental health, politics, and how our nation can better serve veterans. Tune in to hear about Jason's personal and political journey, what led to him seeking treatment from the VA, and his thoughts on how the U.S. should improve trauma and PTSD screening among veterans returning from combat. Rebecca and Jason also discuss the intersection of mental health and public life and how public figures can set a positive example for others by talking about their mental health.You can order Jason's book online here or pick it up at your local bookstore. 

On today's Macrocast, Tony and Brendan are joined by guest Matt Dell Orfano, Founder of Telamonius Ventures, as they take a look at inflation measures like CPI and PPI to tell the story behind the numbers. The group looks at trends in housing, supply chain, and trade to parse where we're headed and what these indices show for both consumers and policymakers. Produced by Hamilton Place Strategies and Markets Policy Partners, the HPS Macrocast features insight and analysis on the latest macroeconomic trends. Subscribe on Apple Music or Spotify.

On this week's HPS Insights, we are bringing back a great episode of HPS' "How To Get A Job In DC" podcast series. In this episode, HPS Partner Matt McDonald speaks with Tom Manatos, Vice President of Government Relations at Spotify and the mind behind Tom Manatos Jobs, and Mo Elleithee, Executive Director of Georgetown University’s Institute of Politics and Public Service. Tom and Mo break down the all-important topic of networking and explain how young professionals can find their path forward in the murky world of DC careers.

On today's Macrocast, Bryan, John, and Brendan break down the latest economic sentiment index reading and macro data. Are investors planning for a hard landing, or do they expect the Fed to rein in inflation without triggering a recession? There's evidence for both in the data. Plus, the group discusses global growth, gas prices, and more.Read the latest economic sentiment index here.Read Markets Policy Partners' latest Five Minute Macro post here.Produced by Hamilton Place Strategies and Markets Policy Partners, the Macrocast features insight and analysis on the latest macroeconomic trends. Subscribe on Apple Music or Spotify.

On today's episode of HPS Insights, Host Bryan DeAngelis sits down with Stephanie Dodge and Nicole Beckman, members of the HPS crew, to get their thoughts on Coindesk's Consensus 2022 conference. Stephanie and Nicole traveled to Austin, Texas, for the event and shared the headlines in crypto and fintech. Consensus 2022 is one of largest crypto conferences in the United States, with just over 20,000 participants, and covers conversations on crypto regulation, investment, entertainment, and more. The group discusses their expectations for an in-person conference, as well as their key takeaways from the weekend - from forum topics to surprise guest speakers. They examine the role that Consensus 2022 plays in navigating the larger global conversation on fintech, as well as the role that the media has in shaping this discussion. The group also analyzes the current state of the crypto industry, relative reception of new market trends, and speculations on the next phase of the crypto world. "The way I've been describing [Consensus] is like a bank conference, a hacker convention, and an EDM festival all in one thing." - Stephanie Dodge.  Read more about Consensus 2022. 

Will the Fed’s rate hike help keep a recession at bay? On this episode, Tony, John, and Brendan are joined by HPS Partner Matt McDonald and SW4’s Brai Odion-Esene to talk about the Fed's "archaic" blackout period rule, the May CPI index and what impact the Fed’s rate hike might have on preventing a recession. Additionally, the group discusses the recent actions of other central banks including the European Central Bank, the Swiss National Bank, and the Bank of Japan.Follow Brai Odion-Esene on Twitter.

How are young consumers challenging old media business models? Should journalists still use Twitter? In this episode of  HPS Insights, Bryan sits down with new HPS Senior Director Rebecca Buck to discuss her journey from journalism to public affairs and the changing media landscape. New platforms, technologies, and consumers are transforming media—for better or for worse.Follow Rebecca on Twitter here.